- Leucojum aestivum is a perennial herb that can grow from 1-1.5 ft. (0.3-0.5 m) tall.
- Leaves are dark green, 12 in. (30.5 cm) long and 1 in. (2.5 cm) wide, and form an upright often vase shaped clump of foliage.
- Flowers are white with green tips, nodding, bell shaped, and are found in groups of 2 to 5 at the top of hollow flower scapes that are 12-15 in. (30.5-38.1 cm) tall. Flowering occurs in spring.
- This plant can be grown from seed or bulbs. Seeds are round, dark brown to black in color.
- Ecological Threat
- Leucojum aestivum can be found in marshes, wet meadows, wetlands, and willow thickets. It is native to Europe.